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Reguarding Guardians of Art

MISTRY, Dhruva (Artist)

Indian sculptor, Dhruva Mistry, was commissioned to complete the sculpture scheme adorning the external walls of Amgueddfa Cymru in Cardiff. This winged creature - part human and part animal - brings together globally diverse ancient and modern influences as it symbolically protects culture and art in Wales.

Image: © Dhruva Mistry, CBE RA/Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales
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Collection Area

Art

Item Number

NMW A 362

Creation/Production

MISTRY, Dhruva

1990

Role: Artist
Period: 1990

Acquisition

Purchase, 8/1990

Measurements

Height (cm): 292.1
Width (cm): 152.4
Depth (cm): 152.4
Height (in): 9 feet 7inches
Width (in): 5 feet
Depth (in): 5 feet

Material

Portland stone

Categories

Sculpture Fine Art Celf ar y Cyd (100 Artworks) Allegory Mythical creature CADP content Active in the 21st Century
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